{"product_id":"qist-al-hindi-indian-costus-root-powder","title":"Qist al-Hindi - Indian Costus Root Powder","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.7; color: #222; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 28px; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\nQist al-Hindi\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0; color: #444;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIndian Costus Root Powder • Rooted in the Sunnah • 100% Pure Ground Root\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- HADITH --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff8f3; border-left: 4px solid #d15200; padding: 22px 24px; margin: 26px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.6; margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e“Use this Indian costus, for in it are seven cures.”\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #666; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n— Sahih al-Bukhari 5692–5693\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- SUNNAH CONNECTION --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nA Root with a Direct Connection to the Sunnah\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQist al-Hindi — \u003cstrong\u003eالقسط الهندي\u003c\/strong\u003e — also known as Indian costus, holds a distinctive place in the Islamic tradition because the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ specifically instructed its use.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIn the narration of Umm Qays رضي الله عنها, Qist is described as containing \u003cstrong\u003eseven healing uses\u003c\/strong\u003e, with applications involving ailments of the throat and pleurisy specifically mentioned.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe narration does not identify all seven for us, and we prefer not to turn later traditional interpretations into Prophetic claims.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhat we do know is meaningful on its own: \u003cstrong\u003eQist is one of the botanicals explicitly spoken about by the Prophet ﷺ and has remained part of Muslim wellness traditions for generations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- WHAT IT IS --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f7faf6; border-left: 4px solid #054d00; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 26px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\nWhat Exactly Is Qist al-Hindi?\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQist al-Hindi is a dried aromatic root traditionally known as \u003cstrong\u003eIndian costus\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIt has a naturally \u003cstrong\u003eearthy, aromatic, and distinctly bitter flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e and has been used across Arab, South Asian, and traditional Muslim wellness practices.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\nSunnah Garden Qist is finely ground into a convenient powder so it can easily be combined with honey or incorporated into your personal wellness routine.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- WHY PEOPLE KEEP IT --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nWhy People Keep Qist al-Hindi\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQist is one of those traditional ingredients with a particularly memorable history. Its strong character, simple preparation, and direct mention in the Sunnah have helped preserve its place in Muslim households for centuries.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifically mentioned and recommended in authentic hadith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribed as containing seven healing uses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed for generations in traditional Muslim wellness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to mix with honey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple to incorporate into a personal wellness routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally associated with women’s and general wellness practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for faith-centered wellness routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pure botanical with no unnecessary additions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- HOW WE TAKE IT --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nOur Favorite Way to Take It\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQist has a \u003cstrong\u003estrong, earthy and naturally bitter taste\u003c\/strong\u003e, so one of our favorite ways to enjoy it is mixed into honey.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe honey softens Qist's intensity and brings together two ingredients with deep roots in Islamic wellness tradition.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff8f3; border-left: 4px solid #d15200; padding: 20px 22px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 18px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\nSunnah Garden Qist + Honey\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nMix approximately \u003cstrong\u003e¼ teaspoon of Qist al-Hindi powder\u003c\/strong\u003e into a spoonful of Sidr honey or your favorite honey.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nStir until well combined and enjoy directly from the spoon.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf you are new to Qist, starting with a small amount allows you to become familiar with its naturally strong flavor.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple, traditional, and easy to make part of your routine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #666;\"\u003e\nOur ¼-teaspoon suggestion is Sunnah Garden's practical starting amount for the powder, not a standardized medical dosage.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- HORMONAL WELLNESS --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nTraditional Interest in Women’s \u0026amp; Hormonal Wellness\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQist al-Hindi has also been traditionally used in wellness practices involving \u003cstrong\u003ewomen’s health, reproductive wellness, and thyroid-related concerns.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThese traditional uses have begun to attract modern scientific interest, with researchers exploring Qist and its naturally occurring compounds in areas involving \u003cstrong\u003ethyroid hormones, metabolism, and reproductive pathways.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nMuch of this research is still early and has been conducted in laboratory or animal models, so there is still much to learn about how these findings apply to people.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFor Sunnah Garden, this is an interesting meeting point between \u003cstrong\u003etraditional knowledge and emerging modern research\u003c\/strong\u003e—and another reason Qist continues to be explored as a broader wellness botanical.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- RUQYAH --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff8f3; border-left: 4px solid #d15200; padding: 20px 22px; margin: 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #d15200; font-size: 22px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\nQist in Faith-Centered Wellness\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBecause Qist is directly mentioned in the Prophetic tradition, some Muslims also choose to include it within their broader \u003cstrong\u003eruqyah and faith-centered wellness routines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nOne simple practice is to mix Qist with honey and recite Qur’an and du‘a over it before consuming.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nCommon ruqyah recitations may include \u003cstrong\u003eSurah Al-Fatihah, Ayat al-Kursi, Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Nas\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with authentic du‘as for healing and protection.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs with any permissible physical means, healing and benefit are sought from Allah while Qur’an, du‘a, dhikr, and tawakkul remain at the heart of ruqyah.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- TRADITION --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nA Botanical Valued for Generations\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQist continued to be discussed and used in traditional Muslim, Arabian, and Unani medicine long after the Prophetic period.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nTraditional preparations have varied widely, including powdered-root mixtures, honey preparations, and other forms of herbal use.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nRather than presenting every historical use as a modern medical claim, Sunnah Garden focuses on giving you the \u003cstrong\u003eIslamic connection, traditional context, and practical ways people continue to use the ingredient today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- MODERN RESEARCH --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nAn Ancient Root Still Being Studied\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nModern researchers continue to study naturally occurring compounds found in Indian costus root.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nExperimental research has explored Qist and its plant compounds in areas involving \u003cstrong\u003eantioxidant, inflammation-related, antimicrobial, metabolic, hormonal, and reproductive activity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nMuch of this research remains preliminary, including laboratory and animal studies, so there is still much to learn about how traditional Qist preparations translate into modern clinical use.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Sunnah Garden, that research is an interesting continuation of the story—not the beginning of it. Qist earned its place in our collection because of its remarkable connection to the Sunnah.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- INGREDIENTS --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f7faf6; border: 1px solid #dbe8d8; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\nIngredients\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Indian Costus Root Powder (Qist al-Hindi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\nNo fillers. No artificial flavors. No artificial colors. No preservatives.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- QUALITY --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nWhy Quality Matters with Qist\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWith traditional roots and herbal powders, \u003cstrong\u003eidentity, purity, and sourcing matter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nHerbal ingredients can vary considerably depending on species, origin, processing, and storage. We believe traditional ingredients deserve the same care in sourcing that we give to the tradition behind them.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAt Sunnah Garden, we seek simple ingredients from sources we trust and avoid unnecessary fillers or additives.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Qist. Finely ground. Nothing unnecessary added.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- STORAGE --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 22px;\"\u003e\nStorage\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nStore in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nKeep the pouch tightly sealed and always use a clean, dry utensil when removing powder.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- CARE NOTE --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fffaf0; border-left: 4px solid #c49a00; padding: 16px 20px; margin-top: 28px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #054d00; font-size: 20px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e\nA Quick Care Note\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nQist is a strong traditional botanical, so begin with a modest amount rather than assuming more is better.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication, managing a medical condition, or considering regular long-term internal use, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIf you are managing a thyroid, hormonal, fertility, or other medical condition, use Qist as part of a broader wellness approach rather than replacing prescribed care.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThose with known sensitivities to plants in the Asteraceae family should use additional caution.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWe take the permissible means while remembering that all healing and benefit ultimately come from Allah.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sunnah Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48984393547959,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/8177\/2471\/files\/QistAlHindi.png?v=1786663434","url":"https:\/\/sunnahgarden.com\/products\/qist-al-hindi-indian-costus-root-powder","provider":"Sunnah Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}